Hestan Vineyards Dam
Key Takeaway
Hestan Vineyards Dam is classified as high hazard in California. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| NID ID | CA01544 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private Entity
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hestan Vineyards Dam?
Hestan Vineyards Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hestan Vineyards Dam?
Hestan Vineyards Dam is owned by Private Entity (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hestan Vineyards Dam?
Hestan Vineyards Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hestan Vineyards Dam?
Hestan Vineyards Dam has a dam height of 21 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Hestan Vineyards Dam last inspected?
Hestan Vineyards Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.